A tragic incident unfolded on Tuesday when a plane operated by the airline Lanhsa crashed shortly after taking off from Juan Manuel Gálvez International Airport on Roatán Island, Honduras, claiming the lives of at least 12 individuals. Meanwhile, five people were fortunate enough to be rescued alive.
Honduras' Civil Aeronautics Authority reported that the flight, operated by LANHSA (Línea Aérea Nacional de Honduras S.A. de C.V.), involved a Jetstream 41 model aircraft. With a capacity of 33 passengers, the plane appeared to suffer a mechanical failure during its departure towards La Ceiba.
The aircraft, carrying 15 passengers along with two pilots and a flight attendant, lost engine power and plunged into the sea roughly one kilometer from the Juan Manuel Gálvez airport runway. Local media indicated that two fishermen in the vicinity were the first to arrive at the crash site, providing aid to the survivors.
In a statement via their X account, the Honduran National Police mentioned that one body remains unrecovered. Among those who perished was the well-known Honduran singer Aurelio Martínez Suazo, celebrated for his performances with the Garifuna orchestra Gariunfa. Tragically, the pilot Luis Angel Araya and co-pilot Francisco Lagos also lost their lives in this aviation disaster.
Authorities are actively investigating the cause of the crash, while rescue teams persist in recovering the deceased and offering support to those who survived.
Details About the Honduras Plane Crash
What caused the plane crash in Honduras?
The crash is believed to have been caused by a mechanical failure during takeoff, although investigations are ongoing to determine the exact cause.
Who were some of the victims of the crash?
Among the victims were Honduran singer Aurelio Martínez Suazo, pilot Luis Angel Araya, and co-pilot Francisco Lagos.
How many people survived the crash?
Five individuals were rescued alive following the crash.